Bucco Triple Play

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World Series-winning MLB coach Rich Donnelly, a 30-year veteran of the game, breaks down the latest on the Pittsburgh Pirates while sharing incredible stories from the team’s rich history. Joined by s... more

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How many episodes does Bucco Triple Play have?

The podcast currently has 40 episodes available.

Bucco Triple Play episodes:

July 10, 2026 Pat Murphy Joins the Show as the Brewers Visit Pittsburgh
On this edition of the Bucco Triple play podcast, Don Sloan
and former pirates coach Rich Donnelly wrap up the history-making series
against the Atlanta Braves and look ahead to this weekend's matchup with the Milwaukee Brewers.
The guys also caught up with Brewers’ manager Pat Murphy to
discuss his club's impressive season. Murphy shares his thoughts on the
competitive NL central race, what makes the division so tough this year, and his impressions of the Pirates after facing them earlier this season.
In this edition of Rich's Treasure Chest, Rich takes us back
to his days as a rookie coach and tells the hilarious story of two hall of
famers who ordered catfish dinners to the bullpen in the middle of a game. That's right... Catfish dinners.
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47min
July 06, 2026 Recapping the Nationals series, looking ahead to the Braves
Veteran sportscaster Don Sloan is joined by former MLB coach Rich Donnelly breaking down everything Pittsburgh Pirates baseball! The two recap the series with the Washington Nationals and are joined by Pirates color analyst Bob Walk ahead of the series against the Atlanta Braves!
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45min
July 02, 2026 Split with Phillies, looking ahead to the Nationals and a second-half push
Veteran sportscasters Don Sloan and Bill Phillips sit down with former MLB coach Rich Donnelly to break down the series against the Philadelphia Phillies and preview the upcoming series against the Washington Nationals.
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43min
June 29, 2026 Bucco Triple Play tees up Reds recap, All-Star run-up
Join former Pirates coach Rich Donnelly, Bill Phillips, and Don Sloan on this edition of Bucco Triple Play as the guys recap the series with the reds and look ahead to a busy stretch of games leading up to the All-Star break. They discuss what the Buccos need to do to build momentum before the Midseason Classic.
In Rich's Treasure chest, Rich and Don play a fun game of "Did you Ever?" featuring stories about whether Rich ever had the chance to fly in — or even pilot — the Goodyear Blimp, along with plenty of other great baseball memories.
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment! The guys want to hear what yinz are sayin', and your comment could be featured in an upcoming episode of Bucco Triple Play.

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45min
June 26, 2026 Reds roll into town as Pirates bring Seattle momentum into weekend homestand
On this edition of Bucco Triple Play, join former Pirates coach Rich Donnelly along with Bill Phillips and Don Sloan as they break down the pirates' series victory against the Seattle Mariners and look ahead to another homestand this weekend against the Cincinnati Reds.
The guys discuss how the Pirates continue to show resilience, bouncing back with an impressive performance to take two of three from Seattle and build momentum heading into an important divisional series.
In Rich's Treasure Chest, Rich shares a classic baseball story about former Detroit Tigers slugger Norm Cash, who blasted 41 home runs in a season—but there's a twist behind that accomplishment. You'll have to watch to hear the whole story!
And remember, we always want to hear what yinz are saying! Leave a comment on our Facebook page or YouTube channel, and your thoughts on the Buccos could be featured in an upcoming episode.
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00:59-8:50 MARINERS SERIES AND THE BUCCOS SHOWING RESILIENCE
8:55-17:57 WHAT YINZ ARE SAYIN’
18:48-22:52 RICH’S TREASURE CHEST
23:44-27:08 3UP/3DOWN AND AROUND THE CENTRAL
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31min
June 23, 2026 Trouble in Colorado
Join former Pirates coach Rich Donnelly along with Bill Phillips and Don Sloan for the latest edition of the Bucco Triple Play Podcast.
On this episode, the guys break down the Pirates' series loss to the Rockies and take a closer look at the bullpen, discussing the good, the bad, and the ugly.
In Rich's Treasure Chest, Rich shares a memorable story from his Pirates coaching days involving former Pirates manager Jim Leyland and former Dodgers pitcher Kevin Gross. The tale centers on a heated confrontation during a Pirates-Dodgers game after several players were hit by pitches.
And remember, we always want to hear what 'Yinz Are Sayin'! Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment. Your feedback could be featured in an upcoming episode.

1:07 - 4:36 - RICH ON HIS FAVORITE MINOR LEAGUE OUTPOST
4:37 - 9:04 - ROCKIES SERIES AND ONGOING BULLPEN STRUGGLES
9:09 - 14:15 - WHAT YINZ ARE SAYIN’
15:10 - 24:20 - RICH’S TREASURE CHEST
26:17 - 33:21 - 3UP 3DOWN
33:23 - 35:00 - AROUND THE CENTRAL
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44min
June 18, 2026 Buccos Looking for the Sweep in Colorado
Don Sloan, Bill Phillips, and former Pirates coach Rich
Donnelly recap the Pirates’ series victory over the Athletics on this edition
of Bucco Triple Play. The crew also looks ahead to the Pirates’ upcoming
schedule, which features matchups against several of Rich’s former teams. With Pittsburgh set to take on the Colorado Rockies, Rich shares his thoughts and experiences on what it's like to play in Colorado.
In Rich’s Treasure Chest, Rich is joined by Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown as they reflect on stories and memories of former Pirates player and current Pirates broadcaster John Wehner.
And don’t forget—we want to hear what Yinz Are Saying! Be
sure to leave your comments on our YouTube and Facebook pages. Your thoughts on the Buccos could be featured in a future episode.
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58min
June 12, 2026 Pirates seek some relief!
00:13-3:42: Dodgers series and upcoming series against the marlins
3:50-11:33: Broadcaster greg brown
12:50- 16:18: Rich’s Treasure Chest
17:31- 27:02 3up/3down and news around the central
Don Sloan, Bill Phillips, and former pirates coach Rich Donnelly are back with another edition of the Bucco Triple Play.
The guys break down the Pirates' home series against Shohei Ohtani and The Los Angeles Dodgers and look ahead to the upcoming matchup with the Miami Marlins.
The show also welcomes Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown, who shares his perspective on the series and discusses the ongoing challenges facing the Pirates’ bullpen.
In Rich's Treasure Chest, Rich reflects on winning a World Series as a coach with the Marlins and tells the story behind how former Pirates Manager Jim Leyland earned one of baseball's most infamous nicknames.
And remember, we want to hear "What Yinz are Sayin'"! Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave your comments on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
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31min
June 08, 2026 Swept in Atlanta and a Hunting Trip with Billy Martin and Mickey Mantle
The Dodgers come to town, What Yinz are Sayin' and Rich shares a tale of a hunting trip with Billy Martin and Mickey Mantle from the Treasure Chest.
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33min
June 05, 2026 If the MLB playoffs started today, the Pirates are in for the first time in 11 years
Bill Phillips, Don Sloan, and former Pirates Coach Rich Donnely wrap the Pirates’ series with the Houston Astros and look ahead to the series against the No. 1 team in baseball -- the Atlanta Braves. And although it’s only June, the guys take a look at the NL Wild Card standings.
In Rich’s Treasure Chest, he digs in to tell a story about one of the most unlikely home runs in Pirates’ history.
Don’t forget to let us know what you think of the Buccos by going to our Facebook page and leaving a comment. We want to see what “yinz” are saying.
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30min

FAQs about Bucco Triple Play:

How many episodes does Bucco Triple Play have?

The podcast currently has 40 episodes available.